Celebrate both Mother's Day and Father's Day at the Ma & Pa Festival on May 9, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Fayetteville Street, between Hargett and Davie Streets, in Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Shop local this year for your parents with some of the best local vendors! There will be a DJ and live music keeping the party alive and an interactive lounge section … [Read more...] about Ma & Pa Festival — a Mother’s and Father’s Day Festival May 9
Even more free and cheap stuff to do
31st Annual Art in the Garden Sculpture Exhibition in Hillsborough
Garden Art Gallery, at 1902 Borland Road, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting the 31st annual Art in the Garden sculpture exhibition May 2, 3, and 9, 2026 It's free to attend. Art in the Garden is an outdoor exhibition of both regional and nationally recognized sculptors. The sculpture gardens include acres of intimate garden settings, winding paths and open spaces. The perfect … [Read more...] about 31st Annual Art in the Garden Sculpture Exhibition in Hillsborough
City of Raleigh Museum’s Family Fun Day: Airplanes! May 9
City of Raleigh Museum's mission is to "Preserve Raleigh's Past for the Future." It's supported by the nonprofit Friends of the COR Museum. The museum is at 220 Fayetteville Street, in the 1874 Briggs Building in historic downtown Raleigh. Admission is free, although a $5 donation is suggested and can be placed in the donation box in the gift shop. Hours: Learn about more free museums to … [Read more...] about City of Raleigh Museum’s Family Fun Day: Airplanes! May 9
Ritmo Latino Festival in Cary May 9
The Annual Ritmo Latino Festival is a free outdoor event in Downtown Cary Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 11 a.m to 6 p.m., on N. Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. Admission is free! This free festival is a celebration of many Latino/Hispanic cultures. The festival features: Some of the performers: … [Read more...] about Ritmo Latino Festival in Cary May 9
Extended: Live Nation’s Summer of Live $30 ticket sale through May 7
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Live Nation has announced Summer of Live, which offers $30 tickets to many shows in select amphitheaters across the U.S. and Canada. (Last year the program was called Ticket to Summer.) The $30 tickets sale has been extended through May 7, 2026. The $30 includes all fees, but taxes will be added. Keep reading for a list of shows in the Triangle Alternately, please remember that there is … [Read more...] about Extended: Live Nation’s Summer of Live $30 ticket sale through May 7
IKEA deals this week: sofas, rugs and pillow covers
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IKEA is celebrating 40 years with 40 weeks of special deals. The deals this week are available to IKEA Family members, a loyalty program that is free to join. The current deals are available from April 20 to May 18, 2026. You need to signed on to your IKEA Family account if you order online. The deals include sofas, pillow covers and rugs. Sofas and Sectionals 10% off all sofas and sectionals. … [Read more...] about IKEA deals this week: sofas, rugs and pillow covers
Firefly Farm opens for flower picking Mother’s Day Weekend: May 9
Firefly Farm, at 4911 Hunt Road in Hillsborough, North Carolina, offers visitors a chance to pick their own flowers and create bouquets. When you visit you may also purchase seasonal produce, meet the farm's animals, take a shady walk around a pond, enjoy a picnic, and more. Opening day for flower picking is May 9, 2026. Jump to info about: U-Pick Tulips U-pick tulip sessions will be … [Read more...] about Firefly Farm opens for flower picking Mother’s Day Weekend: May 9
Chicken Salad Chick: BOGO Deal for Mother’s Day May 8
Chicken Salad Chick is celebrating Mother's Day a little early with a special deal on May 8, 2026. They'll be offering buy one, get one free on their Large Quick Chicks. While supplies last. Large Quick Chicks serve 4-5 people. Limit three per customer while supplies last. Dine-in and drive-thru only. Not valid for online orders. Chicken Salad Chick has locations in Raleigh and Cary. Find … [Read more...] about Chicken Salad Chick: BOGO Deal for Mother’s Day May 8
Scented Storytime at Durham County Library May 8
Bright Black Candle Co. is hosting Scented Storytime events at branches of Durham County Library. Each of these events will be a storytelling journey through scent, song and laughter. Scented Storytime is for preschoolers and their families. Registration is required. Please follow the links below. Scented StorytimeFriday, April 24, 202610:30 to 11:30 a.m.Stanford L. Warren Branch … [Read more...] about Scented Storytime at Durham County Library May 8
Raleigh’s Spring Festival May 9
Raleigh's Spring Festival is taking place Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S. Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free. This is a family-friendly, pet-friendly event. The event includes: … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s Spring Festival May 9
